Pittsburgh
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Local offices in Pittsburgh
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Three Rivers District County Assistance Office
332 Fifth Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Help here
- Public benefits applicationsApply in person for cash assistance, SNAP, Medicaid, and heating help.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pa.gov
State office
Southern District County Assistance Office
332 Fifth Avenue, Suite 230, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Help here
- Public benefits applicationsApply in person for cash assistance, SNAP, Medicaid, and heating help.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pa.gov
State office
Greater Pittsburgh East District County Assistance Office
5947 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Help here
- Public benefits applicationsApply in person for cash assistance, SNAP, Medicaid, and heating help.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pa.gov
Housing help · City office
Housing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh
412 Boulevard of the Allies, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Help here
- Public housing and vouchersResidents can apply for public housing or a Housing Choice Voucher and ask about eligibility.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on hacp.org
Utilities · City office
Pittsburgh Water Customer Assistance
Help here
- Water bill discounts and hardship helpIncome-qualified customers can apply for water bill discounts, grants, payment protections, and repair help.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pgh2o.com
Business help · City office
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh
412 Boulevard of the Allies, Suite 901, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Help here
- Housing assistance for residentsResidents can find help with home buying, repairs, housing legal services, and short-term rent or mortgage assistance.Apply online
- Down payment and closing cost helpEligible first-time buyers purchasing a home in Pittsburgh can apply for down payment and closing cost assistance.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ura.org
Mental health and recovery · City office
Office of Community Health and Safety
414 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Help here
- Crisis response and service connectionsThe office connects people facing behavioral health, substance use, or homelessness challenges with support and services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pittsburghpa.gov
Local office · City office
Pittsburgh Commission on Human Relations
414 Grant Street, Room 908, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Help here
- Discrimination complaints and civil rights helpAsk about filing a complaint if you faced discrimination in housing, work, public places, or city services.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pittsburghpa.gov
Older adults · City office
CitiParks Healthy Active Living Senior Centers
Help here
- Senior center programs and lunchOlder adults can visit neighborhood centers for activities, information, and weekday lunch.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pittsburghpa.gov
Local office · City office
Pittsburgh 311 Response Center
414 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Help here
- Non-emergency city helpCall or submit a request about a non-emergency city question or service issue.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pittsburghpa.gov
Local office · City office
Office of Neighborhood Services
414 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Help here
- City Cuts lawn careEligible residents who cannot care for their lawns can apply for city-funded grass cutting.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pittsburghpa.gov
Immigrant services · City office
Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs
414 Grant Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Help here
- Immigrant and refugee resourcesGet information and connections to resources for immigrants and refugees in Pittsburgh.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pittsburghpa.gov
Jobs and training · City office
Learn & Earn Youth Employment Program
Help here
- Youth summer jobs and career trainingEligible young people ages 14 to 23 can apply for summer jobs, work experience, or career training.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pittsburghpa.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
PA CareerLink Pittsburgh Career Resource Center
914 Penn Avenue, 6th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Help here
- Job search and career servicesJob seekers can get career guidance, job search help, and access to career resource services.Apply online
- Unemployment claim appointmentsSchedule an in-person appointment with state unemployment staff at a PA CareerLink location.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on careerlinkpittsburgh.org
State office · Regional office
Allegheny Go transit fare assistance
623 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Help here
- Reduced transit faresEligible Allegheny County residents who receive SNAP can apply for half-price transit fares.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rideprt.org
State office
Pittsburgh Driver License Center
708 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Help here
- Driver license and photo ID servicesVisit for driver license and photo ID services offered at this state center.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pa.gov
State office
East Liberty Driver License and Photo Center
5900 Baum Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Help here
- Photo ID servicesVisit for photo license and identification services offered at this state center.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pa.gov
Library · City office
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Help here
- Public library servicesUse library branches for books, learning programs, computer help, and referrals to social services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on carnegielibrary.org
Local office · Regional office
Pittsburgh Regional Transit Downtown Service Center
623 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Help here
- Senior and disability fare programsOlder adults can apply for a free-fare Senior ConnectCard, and riders with disabilities can apply for half-fare travel.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on rideprt.org
Parks and recreation · City office
CitiParks Department of Parks and Recreation
Help here
- Parks and recreation programsFind recreation centers, sports, pools, camps, and programs for children and adults.
- Reduced recreation and pool feesCity residents on public assistance can get reduced pool pass fees, and some residents qualify for free passes.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pittsburghpa.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Pittsburgh first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
Jubilee Kitchen
Jubilee Soup Kitchen
0.1 miles from the center of Pittsburgh2005 Wyandotte Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Hours
- Mon7 AM to 1 PM
- Tue7 AM to 1 PM
- Wed7 AM to 1 PM
- Thu7 AM to 1 PM
- Fri7 AM to 1 PM
- Sat7 AM to 1 PM
- Sun7 AM to 1 PM
Who can come: Anyone seeking support
Listed on jubileekitchen.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
The CHS Oakland Food Pantry, Supported by Dollar Bank
Community Human Services
0.9 miles from the center of Pittsburgh370 Lawn Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Hours
- Wed11 AM to 4 PM
- Thu3 PM to 6 PM
Who can come: People in need
Listed on chscorp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Steel City Table
1.1 miles from the center of Pittsburgh2700 Jane Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Hours
- Tue5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
- Thu5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Listed on steelcitytable.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Walk-In Ministry
Smithfield United Church of Christ
1.2 miles from the center of Pittsburgh620 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Hours
- Mon8:30 AM to 11 AM
- Tue8:30 AM to 11 AM
- Wed8:30 AM to 11 AM
- Thu8:30 AM to 11 AM
Who can come: Downtown residents
Listed on downtownpittsburghministerium.wordpress.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Walk-In Ministry
First Presbyterian Church of Pittsburgh
1.2 miles from the center of Pittsburgh320 Sixth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Hours
- Mon11 AM to 1 PM
- Tue11 AM to 1 PM
- Wed11 AM to 1 PM
- Thu11 AM to 1 PM
Listed on downtownpittsburghministerium.wordpress.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Polish Hill Food Pantry
Jubilee Soup Kitchen
1.2 miles from the center of Pittsburgh3103 Brereton Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Hours
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM
Listed on jubileekitchen.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Pittsburgh
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
1 North Linden Street, Duquesne, PA 15110
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Neighborhood Legal Services Association
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Pittsburgh Community Services Inc
249 North Craig Street, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Listed on dced.pa.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofit
Allegheny County Department of Human Services
One Smithfield Street, Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Listed on dced.pa.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh is in Allegheny County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Community action · County office
Allegheny County Department of Human Services, Community Services Block Grant
One Smithfield Street, Suite 400, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Help here
- Community services for people with low incomesContact the county agency for information about local services supported by community action funding.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on thecaap.org
Child support · County office
Allegheny County Family Division, Domestic Relations
Family Law Center, 440 Ross Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Help here
- Child support intakeFile a request for child or spousal support at the Family Law Center.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on alleghenycourts.us
State office
Allegheny County Assistance Office Headquarters
Piatt Place, 301 Fifth Avenue, Suite 470, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Help here
- Public benefits applicationsGet help with applications for Pennsylvania benefits such as cash, food, and medical assistance.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on pa.gov
Housing help · Regional office
Allegheny County Housing Authority
301 Chartiers Avenue, McKees Rocks, PA 15136
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceFind information about public housing and housing choice vouchers.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on achsng.com
Local office · Regional office
PA 211 Southwest
Help here
- Help finding local supportCall 211 or text your ZIP code to 898-211 to find local help with needs such as food, housing, utilities, health care, and jobs.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on pa211.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Allegheny County Law Library
414 Grant Street, Room 921, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Help here
- Legal research and self-help resourcesUse legal research materials and public guides to learn about local court processes.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on acllib.org
Pennsylvania programs by kind of help
These are run by Pennsylvania and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- PA 211 Southwest
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988